Example Sentences

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He previously struggled with bone bruising in his upper arm - the same injury that has sidelined British number one Jack Draper for four months.

From BBC • Jan. 15, 2026

Greene complained to CNN that Johnson has sidelined them and doesn’t take them seriously.

From Salon • Dec. 14, 2025

Veteran right tackle Rob Havenstein could return from an ankle injury that has sidelined him for two games, further strengthening a line that gave up no sacks against the Patriots.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 22, 2024

Before the game, Milwaukee coach Doc Rivers said Khris Middleton is “close” to returning from the sprained left ankle that has sidelined him for 13 games since Feb. 6.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 8, 2024

Although he has sidelined football, James says "I've got a lot of dreams".

From BBC • Jan. 24, 2024